The North Platte Telegraph Two students from Hershey have had their artwork selected for inclusion in the 2011 "Nebraska: Don't Waste It" environmental calendar. Courtney Laubner, seventh grade, and Shianne Hoatson, sixth grade, both attend Hershey Public Schools.

One-year college classes ideal for new career

Brianna Elliott of Grand Blanc picks out her classes at the Mott Community College Southern Lakes Branch campus on Thompson Road in Fenton Township Tuesday afternoon.

Education groups cry foul over letter

World-Herald News Service LINCOLN - The Omaha Public Schools superintendent and at least one state senator are crying foul after Gov. Dave Heineman asked the state's major education groups to support repeal of the federal health-care reforms or face possible cuts in state funding.

Students of bygone era hold reunion

On Aug. 15, seven former students of Bitten School, a one-room country school in Brighton Township, and some of their family members gathered at the site of their early education to get reacquainted. Several people brought pictures from their school days and from last year's gathering.

Telangana students ransack exam centre at Osmania

Students protesting the conduct of the Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission (APPSC) exam ransacked an exam centre at the Osmania University campus in Hyderabad on Sunday, leaving three injured.

Muskegon students hope shooting violence in area is over

Younger students at Muskegon also have been affected, said Cheri Crouch, a special education teacher at Muskegon's Nelson Elementary.

Students’ reaction to division move mixed

By Calvin Cooley Sports Writer Feedback from students has really opened Cory Hamilton’s eyes to the pros and cons of a potential move by the University of North Alabama athletic program from its current home in the NCAA Division II to Division I.

Education commissioner says reading test results are a starting point

Nebraska Education Commissioner Roger Breed said the first-ever statewide grade-level reading test results should be a starting point for schools, parents and state officials to discuss how to raise reading scores.

College Soccer: Presentation women beaten by Waldorf

STORM LAKE, Iowa - The Presentation College women's soccer team dropped a 7-1 decision against Waldorf (Iowa) College on Saturday. The Saints fell behind 5-0 at intermission.

College Soccer: Waldorf shuts out Presentation men

STORM LAKE, Iowa - The Presentation College men's soccer team suffered a 8-0 setback against Waldorf (Iowa) College on Saturday. PC recorded only 10 shots in the game, while Waldorf racked up 34 shots.

College ball fumbles its morality

The start of college football season is nerve-wracking for many reasons, some being crimes and misdemeanors.

Englewood Education Foundation awards 18 scholarships

The Englewood Education Foundation continued its tradition of helping students continue their education as it presented scholarships to 18 local high school graduates.

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Students can get help with What’s Next? program

High school students who want to boost their ACT scores or who would like to learn about financial aid options for college can get some assistance this weekend as part of What’s Next?, an educational enrichment program of the Avenue U YMCA.

Major College Football Scores

Boston College 38, Weber St. 20 Bryant 44, Fordham 30 Colgate 30, Monmouth, N.J. 29 Duquesne 17, Bucknell 13 Holy Cross 38, Howard 7 Massachusetts 27, William & Mary 23 New Hampshire 33, Cent. Connecticut St. 3 Penn St. 44, Youngstown St. 14 West Virginia 31, Coastal Carolina 0 SOUTH Alabama 48, San Jose St. 3 Alabama St. 34, MVSU 6 Alcorn St. 50, Langston 27 Appalachian St. 42, Chattanooga 41 ...

College Football Scores

Alfred 37, Widener 0 Assumption 33, Millersville 28 Boston College 38, Weber St. 20 Bridgewater, Mass. 34, Mount Ida 25 Bryant 44, Fordham 30 C.W. Post 20, American International 11 Carnegie-Mellon 28, Grove City 21 Case Reserve 30, John Carroll 13 Colgate 30, Monmouth, N.J. 29 Duquesne 17, Bucknell 13 Franklin & Marshall 35, Washington & Lee 7 Gettysburg 42, Lebanon Valley 28 Holy Cross 38 ...

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College kids' parents can't let go

IOWA CITY, Iowa -- The hour when Ariana Kramer will begin her college career is fast approaching -- and her parents are in an office supply store, disagreeing about hanging files, of all things. "She'll need them," her mother says. "I don't think s ...

College football kicks off and the coaches' spin begins

It's Cupcake Week in college football, and the only thing more amusing than the final scores is the coded spin applied by the various coaches. We sensed you would like an example or three:

Who's often dreading college sendoff more? Parents

The hour when Ariana Kramer will begin her college career is fast approaching — and her parents are in an office supply store, disagreeing about hanging files, of all things.

Massey Students Stung With Fee Increases In 2011

Students at Massey University will be hit hard with the maximum possible tuition fee increase in 2011, as well as increased student services levies, a new scholarship levy, and increased enrolment fees.

College Soccer

King's College blanked Penn State Hazleton 4-0 in an exhibition match in Wilkes-Barre.King's a NCAA Division III squad, finished with 14 shots on goal, six corner kicks and three saves.PSU Hazleton posted three shots and three corners. R.J. Pita record

Jail ordered for Pennsylvania man who set up robberies online

A former Eastern Pennsylvania college student has been sentenced to 19 months to five years for posting fake online ads to lure victims and rob them.

College athletics in Utah acquire a professional feel

College athletics in Utah acquire a professional feel By Steve Luhm The Salt Lake Tribune Updated Sep 4, 2010 09:00PM MDT I’ve learned a lot about college athletics this summer, when Utah was invited to join the Pac-10, BYU declared its independence in football at the expense of every other sport and Utah State was knocked back into yesterday — just when it finally looked like tomorrow was full ...

College-age kids susceptible to ID theft

College Corner: Here is information about applying at UC or Cal State

Herald News correspondent Laura Santana is pictured at her graduation from UCLA. Welcome to College Corner, a brand new weekly column providing information for students applying for college.

Warren County Community College launches 'Online Teaching Adult Learners'

Warren County Community College WASHINGTON TWP. -- Warren County Community College has a new program that makes it easy to take high-quality, noncredit online courses. The college has partnered with ed2go to offer hundreds of online, instructor-facilitated courses and announces...

Students, Teachers Are Friends on Facebook

COLUMBIA - It's easy for students to log on to Facebook to connect with their friends. It only takes a few clicks to view and post photos, write comments and 'poke' each other. But some students are also using Facebook to communicate with their teachers.

Cheaper than buying: Online sites offer textbook rentals

Save money by renting cheap used textbooks online for college from trusted online textbook renters with this handy guide from DigitalTrends.

Pearson Education conducts a Workshop on New Ways of Teaching Grammar

Pearson Education, the global leader in educational publishing, conducted a workshop today on “New ways of looking at and Teaching Grammar” by an international training consultant Richard Cooper. The event was graced by the presence of school principals and English language faculties.